El Ejemplo
Los Tigres del Norte · 1995
44 min · 14 tracks · norteño
A vibrant blend of traditional norteño rhythms and poignant storytelling that captures the heart of Mexican culture.
Top tracks — play these first
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El tamal Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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El ejemplo — The title track serves as a powerful narrative about moral lessons and social responsibility, showcasing the band's ability to weave storytelling into their music.
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Golpes en el corazón — This song highlights emotional turmoil through a mix of heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies, making it a quintessential representation of the album's emotional depth.
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Devuélveme — The track combines traditional instrumentation with a plea for reconciliation, illustrating the band's signature style of blending personal stories with broader themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic storytelling journey
- poignant reflections on life struggles
- vibrant rhythms for social gatherings
- sing-along moments with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid narratives and emotional depth
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Solidified their status with socially conscious themes and strong storytelling.
- Themes
- moral lessons· Mexican cultural pride· emotional reconciliation
- Career context
- By the time 'El Ejemplo' was released in 1995, Los Tigres del Norte were already established as one of the leading bands in the norteño genre, following their breakthrough with 'Contrabando y Traición' in 1974. This album marked a continuation of their influence as they explored contemporary themes while maintaining their roots in traditional sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Intocable· Los Bukis· Grupo Frontera
Tracklist
- 1 El tamal Start here 3:06
- 2 El ejemplo 2:55
- 3 Devuélveme 2:45
- 4 Tiempos de mayo 3:30
- 5 Golpes en el corazón 3:48
- 6 La fama de la pareja 2:59
- 7 No puedo más 3:00
- 8 Morir matando 3:15
- 9 Quién 3:24
- 10 Como aceite y como el agua 3:28
- 11 Un mar de vino 2:55
- 12 Te he de olvidar 2:28
- 13 Me quedas a la medida 3:24
- 14 Nos estorbó la ropa 3:22
What to play next
Unidos para siempre
1996
Continues the vibrant storytelling with a mix of traditional sounds and modern themes.
Incansables
1991
Sets the stage with similar energy and themes of resilience in storytelling.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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